carries over into the considerations around casting. Although there are notable exceptions with regard to specific improv theater policies, many Vintage improvisers have been they are poor listeners and do not respond appropriately in improv scenes. Seeing this important improv skill as lacking results as being dismissed as less competent. In truth is very different and the phenomenon disappears when Vintage improvisers perform together. Their broader life experience allows vintage improvisers to draw and make connections that are more nuanced and informed. Nonetheless, it can be difficult for older people to be accepted in younger-oriented theaters. One way of overcoming the access problem is for older improvisers to form "over 50" troupes and then create their own opportunities to perform. Lack of experience in producing troupe shows and larger performance opportunities can present a barrier, However, the experience of Elderberry Jam proves that the life experience of organizing in a career outside the field of entertainment combined with being open to boldly setting goals can lead to remarkably successful outcomes. It can be especially helpful for cross generational collaboration when vintage troupes seek out active involvement with improvisers of younger generations. One example employing this model is Elderberry Jam Improv of Cambridge Massachusetts and their long-standing monthly show called "Jammin' with the Elderberries". Vintage Improv Troupes Elderberry Jam Improv (EJI) was the first troupe in the world to bill itself vintage. Tongue in cheek their promotional material refers to the troupe as the "World's Finest Vintage Improv". The ensemble includes Ann "Crim" Crimmins, Roy Doolittle, Wayne Mastin, Hilary Fabre, Eric V. Fields, David Silberman, Miki Manting. EJI also benefitted in parallel from the historic example of New Tricks which was founded in 2003. Although no longer active, New Tricks, provided the historic context for over 50 improv troupes in New England. Troupe members boasted over 462 years of combined experience. Founded by the late Mike Martin & Jeanne Hillson. New Tricks longtime members included Bari Olevsky, Don Buell, Amy Rubin, Joan Larason and Lanny Rubin. A deliberately planned outreach for EJI is the production of a longstanding monthly improv show at The Center for Arts at the Armory in Somerville Massachusetts. This show has remained a favorite launching point for new improv troupes whose members are largely in the 20-35 age range. The end of show "Jam" gives all generations an opportunity to play together in a low stress setting.